ABSTRACT: Vale do Ribeira is one of the largest banana producing regions in Brazil. However, information on soil fertility and nutrient status that could limit fruit production remains scarce. Thus, the present study diagnosed the most limiting nutrient parameters for the Nanica and Prata banana cultivars, in Vale do Ribeira, São Paulo State, based on soil and leaf chemical analyses. The data assessed included samples from commercial plantations in the municipalities of Eldorado, Cajati, Jacupiranga, Pariquera-açú, Registro and Sete Barras, between 2012 and 2020. The results of soil (pH, V, P, K, Ca, Mg, S, B, Cu, Fe, Mn and Zn) and leaf chemical analyses (N, P, K, Ca, Mg, S, B, Cu, Fe, Mn and Zn) were interpreted according to literature values and their maximums, minimums, means, coefficients of variation (CV), and confidence intervals (CI) were calculated at P < 0.05. Parameter classes were assessed according to their frequency distribution. A large part of the samples exhibited pH and V values similar to those recommended for banana plants. Although, average soil nutrient concentrations were considered high, soil K, Mg and S levels did not provide adequate banana plant nutrition, since these nutrients were deficient in the plants.

RESUMO: O Vale do Ribeira é uma das maiores regiões produtoras de banana do Brasil. Contudo, ainda são escassas informações sobre a fertilidade do solo e o estado nutricional das plantas que possam limitar a produção da fruta na região. Deste modo, o presente trabalho objetivou diagnosticar os parâmetros nutricionais mais limitantes para as cultivares de bananeira, Nanica e Prata, no Vale do Ribeira - SP, a partir de laudos de análises químicas de solo e folha. Os dados avaliados compreenderam amostragens realizadas em pomares comerciais, nos municípios de Eldorado, Cajati, Jacupiranga, Pariquera-açú, Registro e Sete Barras entre os anos 2012 e 2020. Os resultados das análises químicas de solo (pH, V, P, K, Ca, Mg, S, B, Cu, Fe, Mn e Zn) e folha (N, P, K, Ca, Mg, S, B, Cu, Fe, Mn e Zn) foram interpretados de acordo com valores disponíveis na literatura e calculados seus valores máximos, mínimos, médias, coeficientes de variação (CV) e intervalos de confiança (IC) a P < 0.05. As classes de interpretação dos parâmetros foram avaliadas de acordo com sua distribuição de frequência. Grande parte das amostras apresentaram valores de pH e V próximos aos indicados para a bananeira. As concentrações de nutrientes no solo, em média, foram consideradas altas, no entanto, para K, Mg e S, a concentração no solo não refletiu em adequada nutrição da bananeira, estando esses nutrientes deficientes na planta.

Abstract Objective This study aims to analyze outcomes and clinical and epidemiological data of infected tibial pseudarthrosis using the Ilizarov method and the Orr dressing. Methods Data from n = 43 patients diagnosed with infected tibial pseudarthrosis were analyzed by descriptive and inferential statistical methods. In addition, Paley's assessment criteria evaluated bone and functional outcomes. Qualitative variables were presented as the distribution of absolute and relative frequencies. The presentation of quantitative variables followed the D'Agostino-Pearson test. Results Thirty-seven (86.04%) subjects were males, and six (13.95%) were females. The most frequent age group among patients was 50 to 59 years old (25.6%), with a p-value = 0.8610. The treatment time was longer for the trifocal treatment (23.8 months) when compared to the bifocal treatment (15.6 months), with a p-value = 0.0010* (highly significant). Excellent bone outcomes represented 72.09% of the sample; 23.25% of outcomes were good. Functional outcomes were excellent in 55.81%, good in 6.97%, and regular in 27.90% of subjects. The Orr dressing (using Vaseline gauze) proved effective, achieving wound healing with soft tissue coverage in all patients evaluated. Conclusions The Ilizarov method resulted in a substantial change in the treatment of bone infections, especially infected pseudarthrosis. The versatility of this method has turned it into an effective tool, allowing the healing of the infectious process and the correction of potential deformities and shortening.

Resumo Objetivo Analisar os resultados e os dados clínicos e epidemiológicos do tratamento das pseudoartroses infectadas da tíbia pelo método de Ilizarov associado ao curativo de Orr. Métodos Para analisar os dados de n = 43 pacientes com diagnóstico de pseudoartrose infectada da tíbia foram aplicados métodos estatísticos descritivos e inferenciais e os resultados ósseos e funcionais foram avaliados de acordo com os critérios de avaliação de Paley. As variáveis qualitativas foram apresentadas por distribuição de frequências absolutas e relativas. As variáveis quantitativas foram apresentadas pelo teste de DAgostino-Pearson. Resultados Foi encontrado que 37 (86,04%) eram do sexo masculino, 6 (13,95%) femininos. A faixa etária mais frequente entre os pacientes foi de 50 a 59 anos (25.6%), p-valor = 0.8610. O tempo de tratamento é maior no tratamento trifocal (23.8 meses) quando comparado com o Bifocal (15.6 meses), p-valor =0.0010* (altamente significante). Os resultados ósseos excelentes representaram 72,09%, 23,25% foram de resultados considerados bons. Os resultados funcionais considerados excelentes foram 55,81%, os resultados bons foram 6,97%, resultados regulares foram 27,90. O curativo com gaze vaselinada (curativo de Orr) mostrou-se eficaz, alcançando assim a cicatrização das feridas com cobertura de partes moles em todos os pacientes avaliados. Conclusões O método de Ilizarov proporcionou uma mudança substancial no tratamentos das infecções ósseas, especialmente das pseudoartroses infectadas. A versatilidade deste método se transformou em uma ferramenta eficaz, permitindo a cura do processo infeccioso, bem como correção das possíveis deformidades e do encurtamento.

Abstract Basketball is a sport practiced around the world in this way, performances tests especially with low-cost and accessible are suggested to adjust the training. The 00aim of present study was to evaluate and correlate the speed and jump performance of lower limbs of basketball athletes from the Praia Grande, city of São Paulo, Brazil. Twelve male athletes (6.92 ± 2.57 years of pratice) from the Basketball team of Praia Grande City, aged 18.7 ± 0.6 years, height 1.85 ± 0.06, body mass 83.66 ± 10.16 kg were evaluated. The athletes were submitted to test sessions using the protocol for evaluating the maximum speed of 20 meters and the unilateral vertical jump. The speed on 20 meter test was 3.53 ± 0.20 seconds. Although an asymmetry of 17.81 ± 14.64% was found, no statistical difference (p = 0.817) was found between the dominant (36.50 ± 7.36 cm) and non-dominant (35.92 ± 5.63 cm) of vertical jump performance. Additionally, correlation between 20-meter test and values jump was found to dominant leg (p = 0.042) but not to non-dominant leg (p = 0.704). In conclusion, although asymmetry was found between members of the dominant and non-dominant side of the pitch, did not show any difference in the vertical jump.

Resumo O basquete é um esporte praticado em todo o mundo, desta forma, testes de desempenho principalmente com baixo custo e acessíveis são sugeridos para adequar o treinamento. O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar e correlacionar a velocidade e o desempenho de salto de membros inferiores de atletas de basquetebol da cidade da Praia Grande, São Paulo, Brasil. Foram avaliados 12 atletas do sexo masculino (6,92 ± 2,57 anos de prática) da equipe de Basquetebol da Cidade de Praia Grande, com idade 18,7 ± 0,6 anos, estatura 1,85 ± 0,06, massa corporal 83,66 ± 10,16 kg. Os atletas foram submetidos a sessões de testes utilizando o protocolo de avaliação da velocidade máxima de 20 metros e do salto vertical unilateral. A velocidade no teste de 20 metros foi de 3,53 ± 0,20 segundos. Embora tenha sido encontrada uma assimetria de 17,81 ± 14,64%, não foi encontrada diferença estatística (p = 0,817) entre o desempenho do salto vertical dominante (36,50 ± 7,36 cm) e não dominante (35,92 ± 5,63 cm). Além disso, foi encontrada correlação entre o teste de 20 metros e os valores de salto para perna dominante (p = 0,042), mas não para perna não dominante (p = 0,704). Em conclusão, embora tenha sido encontrada assimetria entre membros do lado dominante e não dominante do campo, não houve diferença no salto vertical

ABSTRACT Objective A comparative analysis of the association between sedentary behavior versus physical activity levels and tumor staging in women with breast cancer. Methods The present research adopted a cross-sectional study design to recruit a total of 55 adult and elderly women newly diagnosed with breast cancer for data collection and analysis. Inclusion criteria involved patients in procession of a formal approval for participation in the study by the treating physician and those not hitherto subjected to the first cycle of chemotherapy. Results Physical activity levels did not influence the pathological stage of breast cancer (p=0.26) or histological tumor grade (p=0.07) in the analyzed subjects. However, there was a significant association between physical activity levels and responsiveness to hormones (epidermal growth factor receptor (HER2), p<0.05) in the analyzed subjects. Significant difference was detected in the histological tumor grade in relation to the mean time spent sitting during the weekend (p<0.05). However, sedentary behavior had no influence on the tumor stage (p>0.05). Conclusion Physical activity levels did not influence the tumor stage and histological tumor grade. Sedentary behavior had a significant influence on the histological tumor grade.

ABSTRACT. Growing conditions such as water supply and soil fertility influence oregano morphological development and physiological responses. Our study aimed to analyse the physiological responses of oregano plants grown under different water conditions and bokashi application rates. The experiment was carried out in a greenhouse under a randomized block design and a 3 x 4 factorial scheme. Treatments encompassed three water replacement levels (60, 80, and 100% crop evapotranspiration - ETc) and four bokashi rates (0, 100, 200, and 300 g m-2), with five replications each. Oregano seedlings were transplanted and grown in a spacing of 0.3 m between plants and 1 m between bed rows. After 60 days, treatments were evaluated for photosynthetic rate (A), stomatal conductance (Gs), internal CO2 rate (Ci), transpiration (E), and water-use efficiency (WUE). Data underwent variance analysis by F-teste, multivariate analysis, and Pearson's linear correlation. Oregano physiological responses were significantly influenced by water replacement level and the application rate of fermented bokashi compost. The multivariate analysis allowed us to analyse the interaction effect between water replacement level and bokashi rate on photosynthesis, stomatal conductance, internal CO2, and transpiration.

Abstract Background The high incidence of atrial arrhythmias in pulmonary hypertension (PH) might be associated with poor prognosis, and the left atrium (LA) may play a role in this. An important finding in PH studies is that LA remodeling is underestimated. Objective This study investigated LA morphology and mechanical function, as well as the susceptibility to develop arrhythmias in a monocrotaline-induced PH (MCT-PH) model. Methods Wistar rats aged 4 weeks received 50 mg/kg of MCT. Electrocardiography and histology analysis were performed to evaluate the establishment of the MCT-PH model. The tissue was mounted in an isolated organ bath to characterize the LA mechanical function Results Compared with the control group (CTRL), the MCT-PH model presented LA hypertrophy and changes in cardiac electrical activity, as evidenced by increased P wave duration, PR and QT interval in MCT-PH rats. In LA isolated from MCT-PH rats, no alteration in inotropism was observed; however, the time to peak contraction was delayed in the experimental MCT-PH group. Finally, there was no difference in arrhythmia susceptibility of LA from MCT-PH animals after the burst pacing protocol. Conclusion The morphofunctional remodeling of the LA did not lead to increased susceptibility to ex vivo arrhythmia after application of the burst pacing protocol.

Resumo Fundamento A alta incidência de arritmias atriais na hipertensão pulmonar (HP) pode estar associada a um prognóstico ruim, e o átrio esquerdo (AE) pode desempenhar um papel neste quadro. Um achado importante nos estudos de HP é que a remodelação do AE é subestimada. Objetivo Este estudo investigou a morfologia e a função mecânica do AE, bem como a suscetibilidade ao desenvolvimento de arritmias em um modelo de HP induzida por monocrotalina (HP-MCT). Métodos Ratos Wistar com 4 semanas de idade receberam 50 mg/kg de MCT. Foram realizadas análises eletrocardiográficas e histológicas para avaliar o estabelecimento do modelo de HP-MCT. O tecido foi montado em banho de órgão isolado para caracterizar a função mecânica do AE. Resultados Em comparação com o grupo controle, o modelo de HP-MCT apresentou hipertrofia do AE e alterações da atividade elétrica cardíaca, conforme evidenciadas pelo aumento da duração da onda P, PR e intervalo QT. Não foi observada alteração no inotropismo do AE isolado de ratos com HP-MCT; no entanto, o tempo para atingir a contração máxima foi atrasado. Finalmente, não observamos diferença na suscetibilidade à arritmia no AE dos ratos com HP-MCT após o protocolo de estimulação intermitente. Conclusão A remodelação morfofuncional do AE não levou ao aumento da suscetibilidade à arritmia ex vivo após a aplicação do protocolo de estimulação intermitente.

ABSTRACT Purpose: to identify the impact of wearing protective face masks on reporters’ communicative performance during the COVID-19 pandemic and verify whether there was an association between these aspects. Methods: a quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional study with a sample of 32 reporters (16 females and 16 males) who worked, during the pandemic. Most participants had a bachelor’s degree (n = 28; 87.5%). The sample’s mean age was 35.09 years (SD = 9.41), and they had been working in the area for a mean of 10.09 years (SD = 7.62). Reporters answered an online form with 26 questions, developed by the researchers, on their self-perception of voice and communicative performance when wearing a mask, during the pandemic. Data were descriptively analyzed, and the chi-square test was applied with the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences 20 (SPSS). Results: most reporters (n = 20; 62.5%) classified their voices and speech articulation as good (n = 19; 59.4%) and reported difficulties hearing and/or being heard by interviewees in noisy places and perceived their voices were lower, muffled, or with a low volume (n = 28; 87.5%). Also, 22 (68.8%) reported having to speak louder than usually to be heard. Lastly, the questions on reporters’ communicative performance were associated with wearing masks while reporting. Conclusion: wearing protective face masks, during reportage, negatively impacted reporters and was associated with their communicative performance.

RESUMO Objetivo: identificar o impacto do uso de máscara de proteção facial na performance comunicativa dos repórteres durante a pandemia da COVID-19, bem como verificar se existe associação entre esses aspectos. Métodos: trata-se de um estudo transversal, de caráter descritivo, com abordagem quantitativa. Participaram 32 repórteres que atuaram durante a pandemia, sendo 16 do sexo feminino e 16 do sexo masculino. A maioria dos participantes tinha ensino superior (n = 28; 87,5%). A amostra apresentou média de idade de 35,09 anos (DP = 9,41) e tempo de atuação na área de 10,09 anos (DP = 7,62). Os repórteres responderam a um formulário online composto por 26 questões, elaborado pelos próprios pesquisadores, sobre a autopercepção vocal e performance comunicativa do repórter com o uso de máscara durante a pandemia. Foi realizada análise descritiva dos dados e aplicado o teste Qui-quadrado por meio do software Statistical Package for Social Sciences 20 (SPSS). Resultados: a maioria dos repórteres (n = 20; 62,5%) classificou sua voz e articulação de fala como boas (n = 19; 59,4%). A maioria dos participantes relatou sentir dificuldade de ouvir e/ou ser ouvido pelo entrevistado em locais com ruído e perceber a sua voz mais baixa, com pouco volume ou abafada (n= 28; 87,5%), bem como 22 (68,8%) relataram ter que falar mais alto do que o normal para ser ouvido. Por fim, verificou-se a presença de associações entre as questões sobre a performance comunicativa dos repórteres e o uso de máscaras durante as reportagens. Conclusão: os repórteres apresentaram impactos negativos com uso das máscaras de proteção facial durante as reportagens, bem como verificou-se associação entre o uso destas com a performance comunicativa.

ABSTRACT Analysis of residual stresses in welded joints by TIG process using base metal ASTM A131 AH36 comparing different joint design, some specimens were machined with joint in “V” shape and others in “U” shape. It was also correlated with finishing with a single oscillating pass or with straight double pass. The results were performed using the DCP method (displacement of coordinated points). The specimens were welded according to the standards (manufacturing and qualification) AWS D1.1. After welding, holes were made in the thermally affected zone in the central region of the welding axis, which were then referenced on a coordinate measuring table. Then, the welds were subjected to a post weld heat treatment (PWHT) and measured the displacements of the holes caused after PWHT in coordinate plan, allowing the calculation of the residual stresses. The results demonstrated lower stress levels in “U” design joints and good applicability of the DPC method.

RESUMO Análise de tensões residuais realizada em juntas soldadas pelo processo TIG utilizando metal de base ASTM A131 AH36 comparando diferentes projetos de junta. Uma parte com chanfro usinado em formato de “V” e outra em forma de “U”. Também foi correlacionado variáveis de acabamento com passe único oscilante ou com passe duplo retilíneo. O resultado das tensões foi obtido através do método DPC (deslocamento de pontos coordenados). Os corpos de prova foram soldados segundo as normas (fabricação e qualificação) AWS D1.1. Após a soldagem foram realizadas furações na zona termicamente afetada nas mediações centrais do eixo de soldagem em uma mesa de medição por coordenadas. As soldas foram submetidas a tratamento térmico para alívio de tensões (TTAT) e mensurou-se os deslocamentos dos furos causados pelo TTAT, possibilitando o cálculo das tensões residuais. Os resultados demostraram menores níveis de tensões juntas em “U” e boa aplicabilidade do método DPC.

ABSTRACT Objective: To build and validate a clinical simulation scenario for teaching students about nursing consultations for people with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in initial insulin use. Method: A methodological study, carried out in a higher education institution in Minas Gerais, Brazil, between December 2021 and November 2022. The steps taken involved scenario construction, validity by 16 judges and scenario testing by 30 students. The conceptual model proposed by Jeffries and International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation in Learning guidelines were followed to elaborate the scenario. Results: The scenario was called “Nursing consultation for teaching initial insulin use to people with type 2 Diabetes Mellitus”. The scenario and the checklist for its validity were constructed, then, face and content validity was performed. The final validated version consisted of seven conceptual components (context, background, design, simulated experience, facilitator actions and educational strategy, participants and expected results). The overall value of the Content Validity Index was 0.98. High comprehensibility was noted by the target audience when testing the scenario. Conclusion: The scenario obtained adequate validity and comprehensibility. Using this teaching tool can contribute to the training of future nurses regarding the consultation for patients using insulin.

RESUMEN Objetivo: Construir y validar un escenario de simulación clínica para enseñar a los estudiantes sobre consultas de enfermería para personas con diabetes mellitus tipo 2 que usan insulina por primera vez. Método: Estudio metodológico, realizado en una institución de educación superior de Minas Gerais, Brasil, entre los meses de diciembre de 2021 y noviembre de 2022. Los pasos seguidos fueron la construcción del escenario, la validación por 16 jueces y la prueba del escenario por 30 estudiantes. Para la elaboración del escenario se siguió el modelo conceptual propuesto por Jeffries y las guías de la International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation in Learning. Resultados: El escenario se denominó “Consulta de Enfermería para la enseñanza del uso inicial de insulina a personas con Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2”. Se construyó el escenario y la lista de chequeo para su validación. Luego se realizó la validación facial y de contenido. La versión final validada constó de siete componentes conceptuales (contexto, background, design, experiencia simulada, acciones del facilitador y estrategia educativa, participantes y resultados esperados). El valor global del índice de validez de contenido fue de 0,98. El público objetivo notó una alta comprensibilidad al probar el escenario. Conclusión: El escenario obtuvo adecuada validez y comprensibilidad. El uso de esta herramienta didáctica puede contribuir a la formación de los futuros enfermeros en cuanto a la consulta de pacientes usuarios de insulina.

RESUMO Objetivo: construir e validar um cenário de simulação clínica para o ensino de estudantes sobre consulta de enfermagem à pessoa com diabetes mellitus tipo 2 em uso inicial de insulina. Método: Estudo metodológico, realizado em instituição de ensino superior de Minas Gerais, Brasil, entre os meses de dezembro de 2021 e novembro de 2022. As etapas percorridas envolveram construção do cenário, validação por 16 juízes e testagem do cenário por 30 estudantes. O modelo conceitual proposto por Jeffries e os guias da International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation in Learning foram seguidos para elaboração do cenário. Resultados: O cenário denominou-se “Consulta de enfermagem para o ensino do uso inicial de insulina à pessoa com Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2”. Construiu-se o cenário e a lista de verificação para a sua validação; em seguida, realizou-se validação de face e conteúdo. A versão final validada foi constituída por sete componentes conceituais (contexto, background, design, experiência simulada, ações do facilitador e estratégia educacional, participantes e resultados esperados). O valor geral do índice de validade de conteúdo foi 0,98; notou-se alta compreensibilidade pelo público-alvo na testagem do cenário. Conclusão: O cenário obteve adequada validade e compreensibilidade. A utilização desta ferramenta de ensino pode contribuir para a formação de futuros enfermeiros com relação à consulta para o paciente em uso de insulina.

ABSTRACT This review aims to provide current information about Q fever, elucidating the etiological, epidemiological, pathogenic, clinical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and prophylactic aspects of the disease for the medical community. We discuss the main forms of presentation of the agent, its ability to persist in the body, the infinite possibilities of susceptible hosts, the main known forms of transmission, its importance in populations at occupational risk, and the role of arthropods in the natural history of the disease. Focusing on Brazil, we present the cases already described and studies developed since its first report, and how there is still much to unravel. We are aware of the possibilities of the persistence of the agent and the development of severe clinical pictures and the specific treatments currently instituted. We also wish to raise awareness about the future, the new genotypes that are emerging, the need to study the effects of vaccines, and the impact of Q fever on the population. Q fever is a poorly understood disease in Latin America, and recent studies, especially in Brazil, have revealed the importance of developing new studies. etiological epidemiological pathogenic diagnostic therapeutic community body hosts transmission risk Brazil report unravel instituted future emerging vaccines population America

Abstract Silicification is a diagenetic process commonly observed in sedimentary sections of the Aptian carbonate deposits of the Santos Basin that involves the replacement of carbonate minerals with silica. It is mostly associated with hydrothermal fluids percolating through faults and fractures. CO2 degassing favors an increase in acidity. Consequently, the fluids became subsaturated with calcite and supersaturated with silica. Given the increase in silica content, two distinct behaviors were identified: reduction and enhancement of permoporous properties. The aim of this work is to identify permoporous alteration due to silicification in the Barra Velha Formation. To accomplish this, a qualitative analysis was conducted correlating acoustic borehole images, nuclear magnetic resonance porosity and permeability, and elemental capture spectroscopy logs were performed, followed by a quantitative analysis based on crossplot evaluation. The Barra Velha Formation was divided into three intervals with respect to silica content. The common behavior observed is permoporosity reduction associated with silica increase, but locally, permoporosity enhancement associated with silica increase was also identified. Finally, we established a direct relationship between calcite dissolution and silica precipitation, a well-defined trend characterized by sonic log (DT) reduction and density increase, and an inverse relationship between acoustic impedance and permoporous properties. Finally, the quantitative analysis also favored improving the lack of reservoir qualities of the intrusive igneous interval. fractures CO acidity Consequently content identified properties images permeability performed evaluation locally Finally precipitation welldefined well defined DT (DT interval

ABSTRACT The present study aimed to compare the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic among Physical Education professionals in the Northeast and South of Brazil. This is a cross-sectional study. Data collection took place digitally. Through Google® Forms, a questionnaire was created, with multiple choice questions disseminated through the social networks Whatsapp®, Instagram@ and Facebook@. A total of 746 participants answered the questionnaire, 50.8% from the South Region and 49.2% from the Northeast Region. Regarding education and professional activity, most had graduated for up to 10 years (59.5%), had a full degree or both (61.3%) and worked in the private/liberal professional sector (52%). Considering financial and health planning issues, most participants were the main household income provider (64.9%), had no financial reserve (75.9%), nor had a health plan (58.6 %) or retirement plan (67%). Regarding attitudes and risks in the face of the pandemic, 94.5% of Physical Education professionals said they were in isolation. It can be concluded that the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic had an impact on Physical Education professionals. The ban on professional practice caused by social isolation demonstrated a profession with little planning and a vulnerable financial situation regardless of the Brazilian region.

RESUMO O presente estudo teve como objetivo geral comparar o impacto da pandemia da COVID-19 entre profissionais de Educação Física do Nordeste e do Sul do Brasil. Trata-se de um estudo de caráter transversal. A coleta de dados ocorreu por meio digital. Através dos Formulários Google® foi criado um questionário, com perguntas de múltipla escolha, sendo este disseminado por meio das redes sociais Whatsapp®, Instagram@ e Facebook@. Foram investigados um total de 746 participantes, sendo 50,8% da Região Sul e 49,2% da Região Nordeste. Com relação à formação e atuação profissional, a maioria tinha até 10 anos de formado (59,5%), possuíam licenciatura plena ou as ambas as modalidades (61,3%) e atuavam no Setor privado/profissional liberal (52%). Considerando-se as questões de planejamento financeiro e de saúde, a maioria dos participantes era o principal mantenedor da casa (64,9%), não tinham realizado reserva financeira (75,9%), nem tinham plano de saúde (58,6%) ou de aposentadoria (67%). Com relação às atitudes e riscos frente à pandemia, um total de 94,5% dos profissionais de Educação Física afirmou estar em isolamento. Pode-se concluir que os efeitos da pandemia da Covid-19 sobre os profissionais de Educação Física foram impactantes. A proibição do exercício profissional provocada pelo isolamento social demonstrou uma profissão com pouco planejamento e vulnerável situação financeira independente da região brasileira de atuação.

Abstract Identifying indicators that contribute to a favourable living condition becomes of great value for the diagnosis, as well as implementing preventive and health-promoting actions. The present work objective was to evaluate and compare the lifestyle, depressive symptoms and functional aptitude of elderly men and women attending a community centre. The sample consisted of 277 elderly people, 197 (71%) women and 80 (29%) men aged above 60 years. The elderly were evaluated using a questionnaire to assess lifestyle and depressive symptoms, and their functional fitness was assessed by functional autonomy tests. The differences between the parameters were analysed by the student’s t-test and χ2 whenever appropriate. Depressive symptoms were present in 35% of the elderly; however, the lifestyle analysis showed that 57.40% of the elderly had a very good classification, followed by 24.55% as good, 17.33% as excellent and 0.72% as regular. Regarding functional fitness, 19.39% of the elderly had a score related to a very good level, 15.97% good, 16.35% fair and 45.29% weak. The results found in this study suggest that the elderly attending the community centre presented low depressive symptoms with a lifestyle classification considered very good, however, with poor functional fitness with differences in some parameters between men and women.